Mercedes Retiring A Class–New Class Spotted on the Horizon

Setting the precedent for Mercedes CLA and GLA, this third-gen A-Class Mercedes is on the way out and we have found a video that shows the new and improved successor beginning its new career.

The next in the line of fine German automotive is the W176 that boasts the same compact hatch form which rivals the BMW 1-Series and the Audi A3. With the new comes the possibility of a new engine which could include a new modular platform. While it will maintain its current front-wheel drive abilities while offering a slimmer version with improved handling, better emissions and reduced fuel consumption.

Unlike its predecessor, the new line could see potentially see the introduction of more incredible body styles. It is rumored that there may even be a new rival to the BMW 1 Series with a two door shooting brake variation. It is likely this will hit the market in 2018 as the A Class did not make the Daimler’s plans for 2017.

In other interesting news it is suggested that Mercedes Benz is set to 9 new models in 2017 with a new Mercedes-AMG GT C amongst the possibilities.